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Vintage 1958 Zippo Lighter - Ft. Lauderdale, Fla. Sailfish Souvenir - Complete Full Set with Original Candy Stripe Box & Near-Mint Instructions
Up for saleis an incredibly rare, highly collectible 1958 Zippo windproof lighter featuring an engraved sailfish design and "FT. LAUDERDALE, FLA." souvenir advertising.** This is a true collector's "Full Set," complete with its original 1950s red-and-white candy stripe edge display box and crisp, near-mint internal instruction papers.
Lighter Specifications & Authenticity
* **Date Code**:1958 base configuration (4 dots left, 4 dots right of the script Zippo logo).
* **Patent Number:** 2517191 stamped on the bottom of the 5-hub hinge case.
* **Insert:**Period-correct, authentic steel magnetic insert with a hollow flint wheel rivet and matching patent stamp.
* **Condition:** Beautifully preserved vintage condition. The lighter has been lightly fired/used in the past but retains excellent structural integrity, a crisp hinge snap, and rich color on the engraving fill.
* **Box & Paperwork Condition*** **Candy Stripe Box:** Features the signature 1950s red-felt display tray and diagonal red/white striped cardboard edges. Firm structural shape, showing only minor storage wear appropriate for its age. No price tag on the end.
* **Instructions:** Tucked safely inside the box and in near-mint condition. The paper remains incredibly clean, bright, and completely free of the typical fluid, grease, or oil stains commonly found on sets of this vintage.Please review the high-resolution photographs carefully to assess the precise cosmetic condition of this mid-century set. It has been safely stored in a smoke-free, climate-controlled environment.
**Shipping:** Will be shipped securely with tracking and full insurance, completely empty of fuel and with the flint safely inspected to prevent freezing. *Offers are welcome, but lowball offers will be automatically declined by the system. Feel free to message with any questions!*24
